Public Information Specialist 1 Digital Content

#2482 - Public Information Specialist 1 Digital Content

Participate in the creative development, technical implementation, and curation of online content for websites and related digital platforms. This includes use of the digital content management system to create, modify, and edit webpages. Implement recommended updates to agency online documents, including PowerPoint, forms, reports, and training and guidance documents using Adobe Acrobat. Follow best practices and style guidelines to produce high-quality and accurate work. Follow agency policies and strategies for digital communications.

This position will work in the Report Development Unit (RDU) and will collaborate with unit staff and management to edit audit reports and other publications. This includes editing, proofreading, designing, and formatting print content and charts/graphs/other figures. The position will update/maintain the Division's Style Guide and other comment libraries of approved wording for audit reports and assist with the corrective action plan and report tracking processes.

This position can be located in LGSA's Albany Central Office or available Regional Offices.

Position Summary:

Item #: 04124
Bargaining Unit: Public Employees Federation
Division: Local Government & School Accountability
Bureau: Audits & Local Services
Jurisdictional Class: Non-Competitive
Appointment Type: Contingent-Permanent
Salary Grade: 018
Salary Range: $66,951-$85,138
Employment Type: FULL TIME
Occupational Category: Other Professional Careers
NY HELPS: No
Travel Percentage: 10%
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Shift: First Shift Day
Mandatory Overtime: No
Compressed Workweek Allowed: Yes
Telecommuting Allowed: Yes

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, you must create a candidate profile or log in to your profile and upload the documents listed below.

Resume
Cover Letter
Minimum Qualifications Template

https://www.osc.ny.gov/files/Jobs/docs/public-information-specialist-1-mq-template-10-2025.docx
College Transcripts (if applicable)
Please ensure item number

04124-BEP

is included in each document's file name.

Template is required.

Interview selection is based solely on the information provided in the template.

Minimum Qualifications:

To be appointed to this position, you must have at least six (6) years of experience in public relations, social media, and digital communications.

An Associate's degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Social Media, Digital Communications, or similar degree, can be substituted for two (2) years of general experience.

A Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Social Media, Digital Communications, or similar degree can be substituted for four (4) years of general experience.

A Master's degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Social Media, Digital Communications, or similar degree can be substituted for one (1) additional year of general experience

Education substitutions are not to exceed five (5) years of total experience.

55b/55c Program Appointment:

This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)

Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong editing skills
Strong formatting skills, with focus on ability to format figures in reports (charts/graphs/tables)
Strong written and oral communication skills
Knowledge of and experience with producing ADA compliant content
Knowledge of and experience working with content management systems
Ability to handle multiple and competing priorities
Continuous improvement mindset
Ability to think and work independently
Strong work ethic and positive attitude
Knowledge and use of Microsoft Suite of products (e.g., Word, Excel, Teams)
Knowledge and use of Adobe products (e.g., Acrobat)

Contact Information:

If you have questions about this vacancy, please contact:

Division Contact:

Jennifer L. Haviland
JHaviland@osc.ny.gov

Human Resources Contact:

Brittany Pebler
(518) 474-1924
Recruit@osc.ny.gov

The Office of the State Comptroller does not participate in E-Verify or sponsor visa applications.

Telecommuting

The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency's mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee's primary residence location, duties and work performance are aligned with telecommuting they may be allowed to do so. Upon approval to telecommute, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period.

Reasonable Accommodation

The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.

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